The Genius of Pachter: PSP2 Needs a 3D Screen
So it can compete with the 3DS, apparently.
Needs more 3D.
Wedbush Morgan analyst and video game industry soothsayer Michael Pachter has spoken out against Sony's handheld strategy and suggests the company implement 3D into a PSP2.
Speaking of the rumoured handling of a new PlayStation Portable in developer's hands, Pachter declared that he is "completely baffled by Sony's PSP strategy," and that "if [it was] really smart, [it would] emulate the 3DS and put a 3D screen on the PSP2."
One of the only things that could save the PSP at this stage, the analyst hinted, is that its price point is considered "a bargain" next to Nintendo's upcoming $249 3DS. If Sony keeps the PSP at $169, it might be seen as a suitable alternative. Besides that, Pachter maintains that "price is an issue."
Finally, a bit of swiping to add context to the Pach Predictions. "[Sony] owned the portable entertainment market with the Walkman, and sat back and watched as Nintendo dominated games and Apple dominated music," the analyst said.
"They never quite got it right with an MP3 player, and their initial effort in games was a bit too pricey and sophisticated for the majority of the portable gaming market (kids under 13)."
Source: Industry Gamers
Speaking of the rumoured handling of a new PlayStation Portable in developer's hands, Pachter declared that he is "completely baffled by Sony's PSP strategy," and that "if [it was] really smart, [it would] emulate the 3DS and put a 3D screen on the PSP2."
One of the only things that could save the PSP at this stage, the analyst hinted, is that its price point is considered "a bargain" next to Nintendo's upcoming $249 3DS. If Sony keeps the PSP at $169, it might be seen as a suitable alternative. Besides that, Pachter maintains that "price is an issue."
Finally, a bit of swiping to add context to the Pach Predictions. "[Sony] owned the portable entertainment market with the Walkman, and sat back and watched as Nintendo dominated games and Apple dominated music," the analyst said.
"They never quite got it right with an MP3 player, and their initial effort in games was a bit too pricey and sophisticated for the majority of the portable gaming market (kids under 13)."
Source: Industry Gamers
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SWMP9 23 Sep 2010 13:19
1/4
3D is a fad and would only increase the cost of the PSP 2, which is the last thing they need. Nintendo is going to find out very fast that a $250 price point will push them right out of their target audiance. Sony needs new hardware for sure, the 10 year life cycle just does't work in the mobile market with the tech increasing so rapidly, but they absolutley need to keep that price point under $200, or they will loose that 12-15 year old market. Nintendo's only reason for success in that space was the low price point and that the games are all for little babies.
Nosey Nosemeister 23 Sep 2010 20:30
2/4
How the H%$# does he know its going to be 249.99? Nintendo hasn't even told ANYONE the price yet. That won't happen until next Wed. My "guess" is that it'll come in about 199.99 or less. Nintendo isn't stupid and won't price themselves out of the market
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Ergo 23 Sep 2010 21:47
3/4
SWMP9:
It never ceases to amaze that a company that has had unprecedented success in the portable space can't even garner the benefit of the doubt from hardcore vendor fanboys such as yourself.
The fact is, 3D (sans glasses) is the future of display tech, so you best get used to it.
Tip: perhaps if Sony followed Nintendo's strategy (which seems to be kinda working) maybe the PSP wouldn't be an also-ran?
It never ceases to amaze that a company that has had unprecedented success in the portable space can't even garner the benefit of the doubt from hardcore vendor fanboys such as yourself.
The fact is, 3D (sans glasses) is the future of display tech, so you best get used to it.
Tip: perhaps if Sony followed Nintendo's strategy (which seems to be kinda working) maybe the PSP wouldn't be an also-ran?
Nosey Nosemeister 23 Sep 2010 22:33
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Ergo:
I agree 100% with you. The 3DS is going to kill everything when it comes out. In fact, I wouldn't doubt that even though Sony says that the 3DS screen is too small and that big screen TV is the "only" way to play games, they are working on a PSP2-3D (with glasses-less 3D) as I type. As with the Move, Sony only knows how to jump on the bandwagon after seeing the success that Nintendo has had. Too bad they are 4 years too late with Move and just end up being a "me too" product with both Move and the PSP3D (or whatever they decide to call it)...
I agree 100% with you. The 3DS is going to kill everything when it comes out. In fact, I wouldn't doubt that even though Sony says that the 3DS screen is too small and that big screen TV is the "only" way to play games, they are working on a PSP2-3D (with glasses-less 3D) as I type. As with the Move, Sony only knows how to jump on the bandwagon after seeing the success that Nintendo has had. Too bad they are 4 years too late with Move and just end up being a "me too" product with both Move and the PSP3D (or whatever they decide to call it)...